1. plural of corbel: stone or wooden brackets projecting from a wall to support a structure above
Usage: architecture

1. third person singular present of corbel: to furnish with or support by corbels
Usage: architecture; technical

Examples

• The medieval castle featured ornate stone corbels supporting the upper floors.
• Gothic cathedrals often display elaborate corbels carved with faces and figures.
• The architect corbels the balcony with decorative wooden brackets.
• Ancient corbels can still be seen in many historic buildings throughout Europe.
• The mason carefully positioned the corbels to distribute the weight evenly.
• She corbels the overhang using traditional construction methods.